Mitsubishi CS-40503 Owner's manual

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NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS _NSIDE

REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, _dthin

an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the

user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous

voltage" within the product',; enclosure that may

be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a _sk of

electric shock.

The exclamation point within an equilateral

triangle is intended to alert the user to the

presence of important operating and maintenance

(servicing) instructions in the literature accompa-

nying the appliance.

WARNING:

TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR

"MOISTURE.

CAUTION:

TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT USE THIS (POLARIZED) PLUG WITH

AN EXTENSION CORD, RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLET UNLESS THE BLADES CAiN BE

FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE.

NOTE TO CATV SYSTEM INSTALLER:

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TO ARTICLE 820-40 OF THE NEC THAT PROVIDES GUIDELINES FOR PROPER GROUND-

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NECTED TO THE GROUNDING SYSTEM OF THE BUILDING, AS CLOSE TO THE POINT OF

CABLE ENTRY AS PRACTICAL.

A MITSUBISHIOWNER'SGUIDE

Table of Contents

Important Safeguards ........................................................................................................................... 3

Preface: Welcome to Mitsubishi ....................................................................................................... 9

Summary of Special Features ......................................................................................................... 10

Unpacking Your TV ...................................................................................................................... 11

What you'll find ........................................................................................................................ 11

A few suggestions ...................................................................................................................... 11

What's in Each Chapter .................................................................................................................. 12

Some Conventions Used in this Guide ......................................................................................... 13

Chapter 1: Getting to Know Your TV .............................................................................................. 15

Overview of the Control Panel ...................................................................................................... 16

Overview of the Remote Control ................................................................................................... 19

Getting ready to use the remote control .................................................................................... 19

Remote control buttons and functions ...................................................................................... 21

Chapter 2: Connecting Your TV ....................................................................................................... 25

Overview of the Back Panel .......................................................................................................... 26

Basic Connections ........................................................................................................................... 28

TV+external speakers ................................................................................................................ 29

TV+antenna or cable without a decoder box ............................................................................ 30

TV+antenna or cable with a decoder box ................................................................................... 31

TV+separate UHF and VHF antennas .................................................................................... 33

TV+VCR+antenna or cable without a decoder box ................................................................ 34

TV+VCR+antenna or cable with a decoder box ...................................................................... 37

TV+home theater receiver (A/V receiver) ............................................................................... 40

TV+audio system ...................................................................................................................... 42

TV+Mitsubishi products that have A/V Network terminals ................................................. 43

Chapter 3: Operating Your TV ............................................................................................................ 45

Getting Started ................................................................................................................................ 46

Adjusting the color purity .......................................................................................................... 47

Using the remote control .......................................................................................................... 48

Table of Contents 1

Getting Started (cont.)

Turning the TV on/off ................................................................................................................ 52

Selecting the input source ........................................................................................................ 53

Changing channels ...................................................................................................................... 54

Understanding the on-screen menus ......................................................................................... 57

Setting the clock ....................................................................................................................... 58

Memorizing channels ............................................................................................................... 60

Adding and deleting channels .................................................................................................. 61

Setting the A/V Network ........................................................................................................... 62

Renaming the inputs ................................................................................................................ 63

Selecting the on-screen language ............................................................................................. 64

Using video mute ........................................................................................................................ 65

Using the power restore feature ................................................................................................ 66

Using the advanced PIP functions ............................................................................................. 67

Adjusting the sound .................................................................................................................... 68

Adjusting the picture ............................................................................................................... 70

Using the closed caption decoder ............................................................................................ 72

Using the Advanced Features ...................................................................................................... 73

Setting the timer ....................................................................................................................... 74

Using the parental lock ............................................................................................................ 75

Using the Super Quick View tuning ........................................................................................ 77

Chapter 4: Using the Special Features ............................................................................................. 79

Understanding the On-Screen Displays ......................................................................................... 80

Using the Off-Timer ....................................................................................................................... 81

Setting the off-timer ................................................................................................................. 82

Changing or canceling the off-timer ........................................................................................ 83

Using the Picture-in-Picture (PIP) Mode ..................................................................................... 84

Selecting the PIP image ............................................................................................................ 85

Selecting the source .................................................................................................................. 86

Selecting the channel ............................................................................................................... 86

Exchanging the PIP image ....................................................................................................... 87

Moving the PIP image ................................................................................................................ 87

Freezing the PIP image ............................................................................................................ 88

Using the Snap-shot feature ...................................................................................................... 89

Using the Replay feature ........................................................................................................... 90

Using the Active A/V Network Feature .......................................................................................... 91

Chapter 5: Troubleshooting ................................................................................................................ 95

Caution and Care .......................................................................................................................... 98

Calling for Serivice ......................................................................................................................... 99

Appendix: Automatic Procedure for the Parental Lock ........................................................... 100

Index .................................................................................................................................................. 101

Warranty .................................................................................................................................................. 103

2 Table of Contents

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

PLEASE READ ALL THESE INSTRUCTIONS REGARD-

ING YOUR TELEVISION SET AND RETAIN FOR FU-

TURE REFERENCES. FOLLOW ALL WARNINGS ANI)

INSTRUCTIONS MARKED ON THE TV B ECEIVER.

. Read Instructions

All the safety and operating instructions should be read[

before the appliance is operated.

. Retain Instructions

The safety and operating instructions should be retained for

future reference.

°

Heed Warnings

All warnings on the appliance and in the c,perating instruc-

tions should be adhered to.

° Follow Instructions

All operating and use instructions should be followed.

.

Cleaning

Unplug this TV receiver from the wall outlet before cleaning.

Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for

cleaning.

.

Attachment and Equipment

Never add any attachments and/or equipment without

approval of the manufacturer as such additions may result in

the risk of fire, electric shock or other personal injury.

. Water and Moisture

Do not use this TV receiver where contact with or immersion

in water is a possibility. Do not use near: bath tubs, wash

bowls, kitchen sinks, laundry tubs, or swimming pools, etc.

P"Warning:

Don't leave stationary images, such as those generated from

stock market reports or video games, on-screen for more than

10 minutes. Still patterns can :scar the TV causing permanent

damage to the picture tube.

. Accessories

Do not place this TV receiver on an unstable cart, stand,

tripod, bracket, or table. The TV receiver may fall, causing

serious injury to a child or adult, and. serious damage to the

appliance. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod bracket, or

table recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with the TV

receiver. Any mounting of' the appliance should ibllow the

manufacturer's instructions, and should use a mounting

accessory recommended by the manufacturer.

An appliance and cart combination should be moved 'with

care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may

cause the appliance and cart combination to overturn.

.

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Ventilation

Slots and openings in the cabinet m'e provided for ventilation

and to ensure reliable operation of the TV receiver and to

protect it from overheating. Do no_ block these openings or

allow them to be blocked by placing the TV receiver on a bed,

sofa, rug, or other similar surface. Nor should it be placed

over a radiator or heat register. If the TV receiver !is to be

placed in a rack or bookcase, ensure that there is adequate

ventilation and that the manufacturer's instructions have

been adhered to.

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14.

PowerSources

ThisTVreceivershouldbeoperatedonlyfromthetypeof

powersourceindicatedonthemarkinglabel. If youarenot

sureofthetypeofpowersupplytoyourhome,consultyour

appliancedealerorlocalpowercompany.

GroundingorPolarization

Foryoursafety,thisTVreceiveris equippe,_4with apolarized

alternatingcurrentlineplughavingonebladewiderthan

theother. Thisplugwillfit intothepoweroutletonlyone

way. If youareunabletoinserttheplugflllly intothe

outlet. Tryreversingtheplug. If theplugshouldstill :Fail

tofit, contactyourelectriciantoreplaceyourobsoleteoutlet.

Donotdefeatthesafetypurposeofpolarizedplug.

Power-CordProtection

Power-supplycordsshouldberoutedsothattheyarenot

likelytobewalkedonorpinchedbyitemsplaceduponor

againstthem,payingparticlflarattentiontocordsatplugs,

conveniencereceptacles,andthepointwheretheyexitfrom

theappliance.

Lightning

ForaddedprotectionforthisTVreceiver'duringalightning

storm,orwhenit isleftunattendedandurLusedforlong

periodsoftime,unplugit fromthewalloutlet and disconnect

the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to

the video product due to lightning and power-line surges.

Power Lines

An outside antenna system should not be located in the

vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or

power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or

circuits. When installing an outside antelma system, ex-

treme care should be taken to keep from touching such power

lines or circuits as contact with them migl_t be fatal.

15. Overloading

Donotoverloadwalloutletandexteasioncordsasthiscan

resultin ariskoffireoi'electricshock.

i6.

ObjectandLiquidEnt.ry

NeverpushobjectsofanykiadintothisTVreceiverthrough

openingsastheymaytouchdangerousvoltagepointsor

short-outpartsthatcouldresultin afireorelectricshock.

Neverspillliquidofanykindonthe7_ receiver.

17.

OutdoorAntennaGrounding

If anoutsideantennaorcablesystemisconnectedtotheTV

receiver,besuretheantennaorcablesystemisgroundedso

astoprovidedsomeprotectionagainstvoltagesurgesand

built-upstaticcharges.

Section810oftheNationalElectricalCode,ANSLrNFPA

No.70-1984,providesinformationwithrespecttoproper

groundingofthemastandsupportingstructure,grounding

ofthelead-inwiretoanantennadischargeunit,sizeof

groundingconductors_locationofantenna-dischargeunit,

connectiontogroundingelectrodes,anrequirementsforthe

groundingelectrode.

EXAMPLEOFANTENNAGROUNDING

ASPERNATIONALELECTRICALCODE

LEAD IN WIR[-

DISCHARGE UNIT

(NEC SECTION 810--20)

GROUNDING

CONDUCTORS

(NEC SECTION 810--21)

T_ GROUND CLAMPS

" POWER SERVICE GROUNDING

ELECTRODE SYSTEM

NEC --NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE (NEC ART 250, PART H)

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Servicing

Do not attempt to service this TV receiver yourself as open-

ing or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage

or other hazards. Refer all servicing te ,qualified ser_Sce

personnel.

Damage Requiring Service

Unplug this TV receiver from the wall outlet and refer

servicing to qualified service personnel _mder the following

conditions :

(a) When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.

(b) If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the

TV receiver.

(c) If the TV receiver has been exposed _mrain or water.

(d) If the TV receiver does not operate normally by following

the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls

that are covered by the operating instructions as an im-

proper adjustment of other control s :may result in damage

and will often require extensive work by a qualified

technician to restore the TV receiver to its normal opera-

tion.

(e) If the TV receiver has been dropped or the cabinet has

been damaged.

(f) When the TV receiver' exhibits a distinct change in

performance - this indicates a need lfor service.

Replacement Parts

When replacement parts are required, be sure the service

technician has used replacement parts specffied by t:he

manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the origi-

nal part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire,

electric shock or other hazards.

Safety Check

Upon completion of any service or repairs to this TV receiver

ask the service technician to perform safety checks to deter-

mine that the TV receiver is in a safe operating condition.

P R___EEFACE

Welcome to Mitsubishi

Congratulations on your purchase of your new CS-40503 Mitsubi_,;hi

TV. Your TV is designed for superb viewing pleasure as well as

continued reliability.

To familiarize you with your TV and owner's _ide, we suggest

that you read through the preface, which provides the following

important information:

Summary of Special Features

Unpacking Your TV

What's in Each Chapter

Some Conventions Used in This Guide

Mitsubishi has strived to create your TV so that it will bring you

years of viewing enjoyment. Similacly, your owner's guide is

designed with a "user friendly" philosophy that will help you take

advantage of all of your equipment's features.

Once again, thank you for selecting our proctuct and welcome to

Mitsubishi!

* Summary of Special Features

Your top rated Mitsubishi TV delivers:

181-Channel Capacity --- programs up to 181 channels,

ensuring your continued viewing pleasure as cable ser_-ices

continue to expand.

Two-Speaker Sound System --- a special, speaker system

that produces clear, stereo sound.

Expanded Sound Capability --- allows you to connect the

TV to an external audio system for enhanced listening pleas-

ure.

In addition to the standard features found on most advanced TVs,

Mitsubishi is proud to offer the following distinctive features:

Remote Control with TV/VCPJCABLE Function --- uses

a single remote control transmitter for the television, certain

Mitsubishi VCRs, audio components and also some VC,Rs and

cable boxes of other manufacturers.

On-Screen Displays --- appear whenever you adjust your

TV, showing you the status of your TV's various functions.

On-Screen Menu --- simplifies the television's features with

easy to follow instructions.

Closed Caption Decoder --- supplies you the text informa-

tion along with the regular broadcasts.

Extended Data Services --- (also t_own as "EDS,")

allows broadcasters to supply you with the time of day,

channel information, and program information. You can

display this information on-screen.

Picture-in-Picture Mode --- allows you to view two differ-

ent sources at the same time.

Active AN Network --- allows you 1:operform many of the

commonly used features of your system at the press ofjust

one button.

Each of these features will be explained in more detail in C!hapter

3, "Operating Your TV," and Chapter 4, "Using the Special

Features."

10 Preface

• Unpacking Your TV

What you will find

As you unpack your new TV, please check to be sure that along with

the TV, the following items are included:

• an owner's guide that includes a warranty,

• a registration card,

• a remote control transmitter,

• a set of two AA size batteries for the remote control, and

• an A/V network cable.

A few suggestions

Before you hook up your new TV, please take a few minutes to:

O Complete the registration card. The registration card asks for

the TV's serial number, which you'll find on the back of the unit.

O Keep the box and packing materials fbr future use.

File your sales receipt.

O Place the TV on a stable surface with sufficient lighting to

do the hook-up.

Unpacking Your TV 11

What's in Each Chapter

Here's what you will find in this owner's guide:

Chapter 1, "Getting to Know Your TV," introduces you to the

location and functions of the buttons and corLtrols of your TV.

Chapter 2, "Connecting Your 'IW," explains how to connect a VCR,

antenna, cable decoder, and other equipment to your TV.

Chapter 3, "Operating Your TV," provides the step-by-step instruc-

tions you need in order to use your TV.

Chapter 4, "Using the Special Features," explains how to use some

of the special features of the TV.

Chapter 5, "Troubleshooting," summarizes the problems you may

have along with the suggestions for solving l;hese problems.

The appendix explains an automatic procedure for the parental

lock.

You'll also find a detailed index at the back of the book.

12

Preface

Some Conventions Used in this Guide

Mitsubishi has gone to great effort to provide users with an easy-to-

follow, useful owner's guide. Different types of information is treated

in different ways.

Users should read information labelled Impor_tant and information

which is boxed and labelled Warning. The owT_er's guide uses these

terms sparingly, and all information highlig:hted in this manner

should be read carefully.

ir_r

related topic or task I main topic or task I

i _Wa_ning 1

Procedures, the step-by-step

instructions on how to accom-

plish a particular task, are

signalled by white numbers

set in a black background.

This cue indicates

information critical

to the operation of

your new TV.

This cue alerts you to

info_n ation describing

dangerous situations

which could ruin your

equipment or cause,

electrical shock.

Some Conventions Used in this Guide 13

_cH_A_ES_E_a!

Getting to Know Your TV

Now that you've unpacked your TV, read through the safety infor-

mation, and glanced at the overview explaining how this owner's

guide is organized, it's time to become familiar with the buttons

and controls you'll be using when you operate tlhe TV. This chap-

ter will introduce the range of options available by using the

buttons on the control panel of the TV or the remote control. It

also offers some general guidelines for using the remote conl_rol.

Most functions can be controlled by using either the control panel

or the remote control, but certain specialized functions require you

use to one or the other. This chapter, which will familiarize you

with the full range of button functions, contains the following

sections:

t Overview of the Control Panel

t Overview of the Remote Contro]l

Overview of the Control Panel

Push to open Lhe control pane].

control panel _1 _

+

O PROG_.4

TIMER

(12

I_L S'All]m[l] l+'tlJ I] [I

front AV terminal

___color purity adjustment switches

Set to the suitable position.

_power button (POWER)

Use to turn the TV on or off.

_A/V reset button (A/V RESET)

Press to reset all audio and video functions to their normal level

or setting, except for volume, reception mode (Stereo/SAP/

Mono), speaker (internaL/external), monitor out (variable/fixed)

and closed captioning.

16 Chapter 1 : Getting to Y_now Your TV

@volume controls (VOL)

Press the Abutton to turn "ap the volun_e an(] the Ybutton to

turn down the volume.

(_) channel controls (CHANNEL)

Use the Abutton to switch to a channel with a higher number

and the Vbutton to switch to a channel with a lower number.

_input button (INPUT)

Use either button to select the input soarce to be viewed:

• Antenna A,

• Antenna B, or

• External 1, 2 or 3.

@ audio and video controls

These buttons are used in pairs to adjust features of the image

or sound (other than volume) with a t_'o-step process: using

one of the audio or video buttons to select a function, and then

using the adjust button.

audio function button (AUDIO)--Use to select one of the

following audio functions:

-stereo/SAP/mono,

-bass,

-treble,

-balance,

-audioexpansion,

-level sound on/off,

-speaker internal!external, or

-monitor out variable!fixed.

video function button (VIDEO)---Use to select one of the

following video functions:

-tint,

-color,

-contrast,

-brightness,

-sharpness,

-video noise reduction on/off,

-color temperature low/middle2nigh,

-color bias average/accurate/skin-tone, or

-closed captioning.

adjust buttons (ADJUST)---After selecting the audio or video

function, use either the up or the down button to adjust the

function you've selected. These buttons can be used to:

-turn the thnction on or off (e.g., vide¢ noise reduction),

-increase or decrease the funcl;ion (e.g., color),

-shift from one end of a scale to the other (e.g., balance), or

-select a position (e.g., stereo).

The adjust buttons are also used to select an item from the on-

screen menu.

Overview of the Control Panel 17

Overview of the control panel (cont.)

@ degauss button (DEGAUSS)

Use this button to correct color impurity.

(_program timer indicator (PROGRAM TIMER)

Lights up when the TV is programmed to turn on at a particular

time.

(_ S-VIDEO input terminal

Use to connect the video output of a Super VHS (S-VHS) VCR to

the TV. If you connect a S-VHS VCR to this terminal, EXT-3

will automatically be the input for viewing the S-VHS VCR.

(_ video input terminal

Use to connect the video output from a standard VCR or another

component to the TV

(_ audio input terminals

Use to connect the audio from a VCR or other equipment.

18 Chapter 1 : Getting to Know Your TV

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